Be a Parent, Not a Pushover: A Guide to Raising Happy, Emotionally Healthy Teens [BARGAIN PRICE] (Paperback)

by Maryann Rosenthal (Author)
Key Phrases: love your teen, encourage your teen, Las Vegas, San Diego

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Product Description

Passionate about her own family, and dedicated to the well-being of her clients, Dr., Maryann Rosenthal has written this book to help parents navigate those difficult years when children are simultaneously pulling away and in need of parental guidance, structure, and love.

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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In this tough but compassionate book, psychologist Dr. Maryann Rosenthal tells how to find a balance betwen loving your children and setting limits for them, between granting freedom and instilling discipline.

Finding that balance is not simple, but Dr. Rosenthal explains in plain English and through the use of many examples how parents can become both positive and proactive.

Specfically, parents will learn:

-A five-step program (A-D-U-L-T) for breaking down barriers between themselves and their teen.

-Why they should trust themselves to make good rules for teen behavior, then stick by them.

-How to help teens set and reach goals, shed stress, and develop strong character.

-The ways in which physical changes in the teen brain may be affecting behavior. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Thomas Nelson (November 7, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0785218912
• ASIN: B000TFWHHA
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,583,168 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A "Must Read" for Parents of Teens, January 1, 2004

By	Daniel Darrin (Eastlake, CA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Be a Parent, Not a Pushover: A Guide to Raising Happy Emotionally-Healthy Teens (Paperback)

As a parent of two teens (son-13, daughter-15) in a "blended" family situation, this book is a welcome relief. Dr. Rosenthal has done a terrific job of describing what is happening in your teen's life; why he/she has suddenly become a stranger to you and, most importantly, what you need to do about it now.

The book is very well-organized and written with warmth and humor in a style which is user-friendly without being simplistic. I highly recommend this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars The perfect stocking stuffer., December 17, 2006

By	Kenneth L. Abramson - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Be a Parent, Not a Pushover: A Guide to Raising Happy, Emotionally Healthy Teens (Paperback)

Be a Parent, Not a Pushover is an incredibly insightful and informative book. Dr. Rosenthal has done an excellent job of explaining the scientific reasons why teen behavior can change and then outlines a practical and sensible strategy to deal with these changes. This book provides the tools that every parent needs to enjoy a healthy relationship with their children.

I highly recommend this book to parents of all ages.